donna
/ˈdɒn.ə/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: donnas
Meaning · English
A lady, especially a noblewoman; the title given to a lady in Italy.
Noun
Examples
What are the songs of Italy, sung as they are by the donnas of the scenic board, but a replication of squalls and quavers, infinitely more annoying than the gibberish of crones[…]
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “donna” mean?
A lady, especially a noblewoman; the title given to a lady in Italy.
Is “donna” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.